Skip over main navigation
  • Log in
  • Basket: (0 items)
British Beekeepers Association
  • Shop
  • Beekeepers
  • Beekeepers
Menu
  • Our Services
    • Asian Hornet
    • Become a Member
    • Explore Bees & Beekeeping
    • Find beekeeping near you
    • Offer land to bees
    • Swarm Collection
  • Campaigns
  • Junior Beekeeping
    • Bee Friendly Schools
    • Beekeeping Schools
    • International Meeting of Young Beekeepers
    • School Visits
  • Support us
    • A gift in your Will
    • Make a Donation
    • Support an Appeal
    • The difference you make
  • Latest
    • News
    • Our Events
      • Spring Convention
      • Member Events
    • In the Apiary Blog
    • Planting for Bees Blog
    • Research
    • Cooking with honey
  • About us
    • Our Story
      • BBKA History
      • What we do
    • Our Patrons
    • Our Trustees
    • Our Corporate Sponsors
    • Contact us
  • Admin
    • Log in
  • Basket: (0 items)
  1. Home
  2. Member & Association Resources

Member & Association Resources

Resources and information for members and Associations.

Sustainability in Beekeeping

Sustainability in Beekeeping

At the 2023 ADM a proposition was passed requiring the BBKA to “seek to encourage the development of sustainability in all aspects of beekeeping”. Read more

Published: 5th September, 2023

Author: Erica Challis

Branch and Association Resources

Branch and Association Resources

Risk assessments, Long Service Certificate, Membership Number Reminder, Asian Hornet presentations etc Read more

Published: 1st March, 2023

Updated: 14th September, 2023

Author: Dan Holliday

Downloadable Resources

Downloadable Resources

Honey campaign resources for use by Area Associations. Read more

Published: 13th October, 2022

Updated: 27th September, 2023

Author: Erica Challis

School Visit Resources

School Visit Resources

Resources and information for use by Associations and Branches who visit schools and other community groups to talk about honey bees. Read more

Published: 1st September, 2022

Updated: 8th September, 2022

Author: Erica Challis

BBKA QR Codes

BBKA QR Codes

Documents to print and use at shows and events so members of the public can easily access relevant information on BBKA website. Read more

Published: 1st June, 2022

Updated: 31st August, 2023

Author: Erica Challis

Natasha's Law and Honey

Natasha's Law and Honey

Information about Natasha's Law Read more

Published: 16th November, 2021

Updated: 6th December, 2022

Author: diane drinkwater

BBKA Prize Card Templates

BBKA Prize Card Templates

Templates to download for use at Honey Shows. Read more

Published: 25th August, 2021

Updated: 12th June, 2023

Author: Erica Challis

BBKA Leaflets

BBKA Leaflets

BBKA Leaflets for pocket-guide Beekeeper learning information and for shows. Read more

Published: 18th May, 2021

Updated: 10th November, 2023

Author: Alex Danks

BBKA Hive keeping record system

BBKA Hive keeping record system

Example of a hive record sheet. Read more

Published: 18th May, 2021

Updated: 18th August, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Say no to the mow!

Say no to the mow!

To help members promote positive actions for all pollinators we've created a few graphics and a press release to send to radio and local papers. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2021

Updated: 25th October, 2023

Author: Erica Challis

Beekeeping Legislation

Beekeeping Legislation

As a responsible Beekeeper one has a duty of care to insects we care for and the people who are in our community. Every Beekeeper should be familiar with Bee Pest and Diseases Control Orders 2006 for England and Wales. Read more

Published: 16th May, 2021

Updated: 14th August, 2023

Author: Dan Holliday

BBKA Honey Show Judges

BBKA Honey Show Judges

Contact list for Honey Show Judges Read more

Published: 14th May, 2021

Updated: 25th July, 2023

Author: Deleted User

Important Organisations for Beekeepers

Important Organisations for Beekeepers

Links to important beekeeping organisations. Read more

Published: 14th May, 2021

Updated: 29th September, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Lip balm and wax wraps information

Lip balm and wax wraps information

In response to requests for further information about making and selling wax wraps and lip balms Read more

Published: 13th May, 2021

Updated: 19th May, 2021

Author: diane drinkwater

Lecturers & Speakers

Lecturers & Speakers

Enhance your meeting and extend your educational programme by booking a specialist beekeeping speaker. The specialisms of the speakers are listed within Read more

Published: 13th May, 2021

Updated: 21st June, 2023

Author: Dan Holliday

Reading BBKA News online

Reading BBKA News online

It's so easy to read the BBKA News on your mobile phone, tablet or computer! Read more

Published: 17th August, 2020

Updated: 31st August, 2023

Author: diane drinkwater

BeeBase - NBU registration scheme

BeeBase - NBU registration scheme

Why all beekeepers should join BeeBase - the National Bee Unit's registration scheme. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2019

Updated: 6th November, 2023

Author: diane drinkwater

Pesticide Alerts

Pesticide Alerts

Sign up with 'BeeConnected' to receive notifications from registered farmers when they are planning to spray their crops near you. Read more

Published: 18th February, 2018

Updated: 2nd November, 2023

Author: Dan Holliday

RSS Feeds

RSS Feeds

A page to list the main RSS Feeds on the site Read more

Published: 16th February, 2018

Updated: 19th May, 2021

Author: Mark Oakley

Back to top

Latest

  • Melomakarona

    Melomakarona

    These delicately spiced semolina biscuits are a Christmas staple in many Greek households. Hot from the oven they soak up an aromatic honey syrup resulting in a soft crumb that showcases the flavours of honey.

  • December In the Apiary 2023

    December In the Apiary 2023

    Karl Colyer, Cheshire BKA. Leave the bees alone. Winter as a selection tool. Looking and planning ahead.

  • BBKA Asian Hornet Documents

    BBKA Asian Hornet Documents

  • BBKA Asian Hornet Artwork

    BBKA Asian Hornet Artwork

Most read

  • Find Beekeeping Near You

    Find Beekeeping Near You

    Please use our BBKA map to find branches and members who can help you on your way to becoming a beekeeper.

  • Swarm Collection

    Swarm Collection

    Beekeepers are often approached about winged, flying creatures, especially in the spring and summer period, when they are their most active simply working and are no cause for alarm. We can only help if they are honeybees.

  • Find a local Swarm Collector

    Find a local Swarm Collector

    If the bees have been identified as honey bees you can enter your postcode to find our nearest volunteer swarm collectors.

  • Honeybee Swarms

    Honeybee Swarms

    Further information about honey bee swarms together with photos of beautiful honey bees in swarms. It is hoped this page will help members of the public recognise honey bee swarms and then use our swarm map to find a beekeeper to collect the honey bees!

  • What bee is this?

    What bee is this?

    What bee is this? Pictures of the bumblebees and solitary bees often mistaken for honeybees. Easy ways to identify them.

  • Learn the craft of beekeeping

    Learn the craft of beekeeping

    Find your local BBKA branch.

  • Log in information

  • Site search

    Site search using a Google Custom Search Engine

  • How many eyes does a bee have?

    How many eyes does a bee have?

  • How do I become a beekeeper?

    How do I become a beekeeper?

    How do I become a beekeeper? Why you should join a local association? Where can I find out about courses?

Tag cloud

Asian Hornet Asian Hornet Action Team Asian Hornet Week BBKA News BeeBase Beekeeping Beekeeping in the UK help the bees Honey Honey Bee Health honey bees learn about bees Local honey NBU Propolis save the bees

Helpful links

© The British Beekeepers Association
The British Beekeepers Association (BBKA) is a registered charity: England and Wales no. 1185343.
The National Beekeeping Centre, Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, CV8 2LG | 024 7669 6679

  • Sitemap
  • Accessibility
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Social Media Policy
  • Contact Us

Connect

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • YouTube
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn

Manage Cookie Preferences